Djokovic Stages Comeback in First‑Round French Open Victory

At 39, Novak Djokovic survived a tough opening round at the French Open in Paris. After dropping the first set 5‑7, he rallied to win the next two 7‑5, 6‑1 and sealed the match 6‑4.

His opponent, 22‑year‑old Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, pushed the veteran early but could not sustain the pressure. The win marks Djokovic’s 82nd Grand Slam appearance.

He now looks to continue his resurgence as the clay season unfolds.